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Carnitas' Snack Shack

(Now Closed)

American Restaurant and Beer Garden$$$$

North Park, San Diego

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Will W.February 28, 2012
Everything on the menu is great. Make sure you heat up under the heaters outside & say "Thank you" for the dank food when you're done!
Gregory W.May 10, 2013
They got this huge menu, and you could get anything you want coz they were all delicious. Foods at reasonable prices.
Roger MaApril 20, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Triple Threat Pork Sandwich (3 different kinds of pork meat inside)
EL のりAugust 24, 2014
everything is amazing. the blt is my favorite but hard to choose.
KellyDecember 6, 2013
The pork belly app is delicious! And they have a really wonderful selection of beers.
Wendy WongJune 13, 2012
All was good but Pork Belly was just out of this world! Definitely a must along with the carnitas!
North Park Farmers' MarketJanuary 13, 2016
Every once-in-a-while, even Farmers' Marketeers need a "Triple Threat." Much love, Snack Shackers!
Melodee MarioApril 20, 2012
Just order ANYTHING off the menu, you can't go wrong! This place rocks!!!
DenetteJuly 28, 2015
Dee-lish! Expect a line and a wait. Totes worth it. You can bring dogs.
Martin LindsayDecember 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Try the Pork Belly - Braised pork belly with a spicy glaze, served with a frisée and apple salad, with lemon vinaigrette.
Martin LindsayDecember 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Try the The Shack Burger - Grass-fed beef burger with white cheddar, butter lettuce, tomato, bacon jam and Shack aioli. A classic!
Josh WayneSeptember 30, 2015
There's always something new on the menu and everything is great
Andrew CApril 24, 2015
Obviously I'd recommend ordering something with carnitas. Perhaps a delicious torta.
Johnny PappasMay 27, 2013
Been here 5+ times
I've never been disappointed with anything I've gotten here. Call ahead next time and skip the line.
Sarah WilkinsonJune 27, 2015
Wow, the triple threat is really good.
Ana EspanaDecember 28, 2014
The best carnitas tacos in the world, better than in Uruapan, Michoacan.
Omar PassonsDecember 3, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Win 6 months worth of Carnitas for donating to help homeless and prevent child abuse. www.crowdrise. com/kidsandwomen
Tracy B. YoungLincolnFebruary 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Everything is awesome. But get the bacon Mac n Cheese, they make it rarely so it's a real treat ;)
Josh GardnerNovember 18, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Triple Threat.Bacon, carnitas, and schnitzel.Damn.
Ben FormanFebruary 15, 2013
Been here 10+ times
If they've got it get the Pork Burger. It rules.
StepJune 1, 2014
I think I felt myself having heart palpitations at the end, but the triple threat was damn worth it
no nameAugust 11, 2014
Amazing moist carnitas tacos.
Paul SmithApril 6, 2016
Love the food here... Pork belly app is great.
San Diego ReaderMarch 4, 2014
"These guys simply know how to cook meat." Ian Anderson, San Diego Reader
Camilo Gallo-HigginsJune 2, 2015
Best tortas in town, good size, great taste.
Paola AlavezJanuary 3, 2016
Pork belly is a must! Best in town.
Amanda FoleyOctober 26, 2016
Casual outdoor snackin'. Roll up, order meats, enjoy.
John ReganFebruary 27, 2013
Had the pork sandwich and my gf had the BLT both were worth all the fuss we've heard!
Francesca SomainiSeptember 6, 2014
Take the pork belly app salad. It's heaven in the mouth!
SalJuly 23, 2017
Really good and tasty. Great patio
Patrick PinaJanuary 6, 2012
Been here 10+ times
I want to try one of everything on the menu! Just had the steak sandwich and it was incredible.
Hilary CableApril 21, 2012
The Shack sandwich is incredible with 3 kinds of porkaliciousness. You must try it.
Oliver AsisOctober 11, 2013
Been here 25+ times
The pork belly app is the best. Share it with those you go with.
M SMay 26, 2015
Beet Terrine. Pork Belly App. SnackShack Steak Sandwich.
Darin ItamuraMay 6, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The delicious poutine is only served on Mondays!
Johnny PappasJune 12, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Every single thing I've ever had here has been amazing.
Martin LindsayDecember 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Try the Fried Eggplant Skewers - Fried eggplant, blue cheese and tomato skewer, with white balsamic syrup.
Daniel PalacioApril 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Triple Threat is the best. And call ahead; the line gets long.
Kim PeltFebruary 4, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Dude. Lemon meringue pie they have right is the bomb diggity!
Raymond MustangSeptember 27, 2012
Everything I have had here is good eatin!
Luke WangJuly 14, 2015
The carnitas tacos. Amazing is all I have to say.
Teri PytelFebruary 21, 2013
Outdoor seating and only a few heat lamps. Must be good. Line forms at noon when they open.
Billy AmpJuly 11, 2016
Seriously seriously seriously....I'm being dead serious...YOU MUST GET THE PORK BELLY APP!!!! 🐖
John DiazAugust 20, 2012
The pulled pork sandwich was amazing. 3 kinds of meat? Fabulous.
Omar PassonsJanuary 29, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Carnitas here are very good. Also, help support North Park's free concerts at northparksd.org
SeanAugust 11, 2012
My God, the BLT.
David BentleyJune 12, 2012
The tables are sticky but the food is great!
Dulce ReyesMay 11, 2015
Steak Sandwich is a must try. Meaty goodness
Jeff V.March 18, 2013
Try the pork sandwich and the steak sandwich. Yes, both of them.
John KuzdaMarch 1, 2013
Had the Pork Sandwich. It was great! Will be back.

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